Construction Management Major

Description: A program that prepares individuals to manage, coordinate, and supervise the construction process from concept development through project completion on timely and economic bases. Includes instruction in commercial, residential, mechanical, highway/heavy civil, electrical, environmental, industrial, and specialty construction; facilities management; project planning; budgeting and cost control; logistics and materials management; personnel management and labor relations; site safety; construction contracting; construction processes and techniques; organization and scheduling; and applicable codes and regulations. Is Construction Management the right major for you?
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Construction Management Major

What Courses Do Construction Management Majors Take?

The required and elective courses you would take for Construction Management majors vary considerably among institutions. Courses are listed here that are illustrative of the breadth of topics you are likely to experience were you to major in this field.

  • Accounting
  • Construction Principles
  • Facilities Management
  • Materials Management
  • Personnel Supervision
  • Project Planning
  • Safety